UNC Undergraduates

Since 2009, UNC Project has sponsored undergraduates in the Morehead-Cain Scholars Program for their summer enrichment experience. UNC Project is piloting an exchange program for nurses and has also hosted students in public health and geography.

Specialty Residency Training for Malawians

Analysis and Manuscript Unit

The Analysis and Manuscript Unit is dedicated to building analytic and writing capacity within UNC Project. This is accomplished through:

Provision of didactic and instruction and workshops

One-on-one consultations with Malawian and on-site investigaotrs

Analysis of UNC-Project and other Malawian data sources

Dissemination of findings to key stakeholders

The AMU supports research from design to dissemination. Since its inception in 2012, the AMU has supported dozens of UNC Project staff and trainees with protocols, publications, abstracts, theses, and grants. It is led by an epidemiologist, Nora Rosenberg, PhD and staffed by a biostatistician, Christopher Stanley, MS.

Studying at UNC Project

Housing

Most trainees live in housing provided by UNC Project. Conveniently located, the accommodations are an easy walk to Tidziwe Centre and KCH. The cost is approximately $300 per month, which includes wireless internet access, a kitchen, digital television, a cook and a 24-hour guard. UNC Project also has a vehicle which trainees can share for transport to nearby restaurants and attractions. Student office space is available in Tidziwe Centre.

Health and Safety Issues

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website has comprehensive health information for travelers to Malawi. Malawi is a malaria-endemic country, so trainees will need to take prophylaxis.

The U.S. State Department website has information about personal safety in Malawi. Although petty theft does happen, violent crime is rare.

Living in Malawi

Most people enjoy living in Lilongwe. Its relatively small size makes it amenable to spontaneous meetings with friends, even if they live on the other side of town. There are numerous sport activities available, including volleyball, the local Hash House Harriers (running group), ultimate Frisbee, soccer and a sailing club. For those who enjoy music, there are several clubs that feature live Malawian music and a cultural center where one can see traditional song and dance performances. Lilongwe’s location in the middle of the country provides easy access Malawi’s natural wonders, including Lake Malawi, Mt. Mulanje and Liwonde National Park, among many others.